Morgan White Group

Episode 89: The Story Behind This Year's Christmas Card

December 7, 2020

For the past several years, we have dedicated our company Christmas card to one of the ministries we support around the world. Since these cards go out to our customers, most employees never see them. So we wanted to take a few minutes to explain the story behind this year's design and learn more about the ministry to which it is dedicated. (Click here to view the Christmas card.)

Episode 88: A Major Milestone for the Company

November 30, 2020

The MWG Broker Services division has just achieved a major new milestone: $100 Million in total business! And chances are, if you are listening to this podcast, you helped contribute to that success in some way. In this episode we sit down with Chief Marketing Officer Ryan Eaton to discuss what this means for the company as a whole, how they have been able to achieve it in spite of the pandemic, and what's in store for next year.

Episode 87: The Employee Dashboard

November 23, 2020

Last week we launched a new Employee Dashboard for all staff at all locations. In this episode, Chief Communicationns Officer Tripp Douglas explains the thought process behind it and goes over all the features – such as how to use the interactive org chart, the built-in employee directory, and the suggestion box.

Episode 86: Midyear Update

August 24, 2020

Having just passed the mid-point of a tumultuous year, we sat down with CEO David White and Chief Operating Officer Rick Eaton to discuss the status of our business in 2020. While many companies are contracting and making layoffs, we are blessed to be expanding (but David and Rick are quick to point out that it's not because of luck or coincidence). And as COVID-19 continues to be at the top of everyone's mind, you'll also get to hear about their personal experiences with the virus.

Episode 85: COVID Related Updates from HR and Facilities

August 17, 2020

With some schools reopening and COVID case numbers continuing to rise across the country, our HR and Facilities Teams have had their hands full with policies, laws, and sanitation procedures. In this episode we get the latest info from HR Manager Linda Simmons and Properties Manager Amanda Douglas. Topics include: Policies regarding schools reopening (or not), Mask policies, Temperature scanning, Breakrooms, and COVID testing

Episode 84: Get to Know Your CFO

July 27, 2020

Grant Gardner was promoted to the role of Chief Financial Officer at the beginning of 2020. He is somewhat quiet and reserved, so most employees haven't had the opportunity to get to know him. In this episode you'll get a chance to learn more about him (he is multi-talented, excelling in music, athletics, and of course numbers). He will also provide an update on how the company is doing financially during this tumultuous year.

Episode 83: Updates on Office Working Conditions

June 29, 2020

All of our physical office locations are in various stages of reopening or preparing to reopen. In this episode Chief Operating Officer Rick Eaton gives an update on the latest developments at each office. He also covers the latest company guidelines regarding distancing and wearing masks. Additionally, we finally get to hear a firm date on when we will begin allowing staff to meet in person for our Friday morning Bread and Word meeting.

Episode 82: Employee Spotlight with Jane Williams

June 8, 2020

Jane Williams is a Billing Specialist in MWG Administrators, and she has been with the company since 1999. Like our previous Employee Spotlight guests, she joined the company when it was a fraction of its current size. She made a commitment to stick it out through the early years, and that commitment has paid off! She has become a vital member of the staff and has made a successful career in the business. You'll hear some fun stories about her coworkers and some great advice for new employees starting out in the company.

Episode 81: Important Updates Regarding COVID-19

May 18, 2020

It’s been an "interesting" couple of months for everyone, to say the least! CEO David White and Chief Operating Officer Rick Eaton wanted to give an update on where things stand with the company as a whole and give some guidance on what to expect over the coming weeks.

Episode 80: Employee Spotlight with Liliana Ganges

April 6, 2020

Liliana Ganges has worked in the International division of Morgan White Group for over 25 years. In this conversation you will hear about the strong relationships that have been built over the years among the staff in our Miami office. And as always, we try to glean wisdom from someone who has thrived at the company for so long.

Episode 79: Special Update Regarding COVID-19

March 16, 2020

CEO David White and COO Richard Eaton provide updates on everything the company is doing to deal with the virus outbreak. They also cover some new policies being enacted by Congress that provide added flexiblity for employees who have young children at home while schools are closed.

Episode 78: Employee Spotlight with Mary and Pam Newman

March 9, 2020

Most employees already think of Morgan White Group as a family company, but nowhere is that more true than with the Newman family. Mother / daughter duo Mary and Pam Newman have been working together at Morgan White for over 20 years. In this episode we find out how they have been successful at the company for so long, and how they have managed the work / family dynamic. We'll also hear some funny stories, including one that led to the rule against having candles in our cubicles!

Episode 77: Promotions and Restructuring

February 24, 2020

On January 1, a series of major promotions and new positions went into effect throughout the company. In this episode Rick Eaton, now the Chief Operating Officer, goes over the changes and the thought process behind them.

Episode 76: Employee Spotlight with Tricia Thornhill

January 22, 2020

Tricia (a.k.a. "Princess") has been with Morgan White Group for over 15 years. In this episode she recounts her modest beginnings at MWG as a part-timer with no insurance background – including a humorous episode with a collapsing desk! After years of learning and hard work, she is now the Supervisor of MWG Direct, our direct-to-consumer sales division.

Special Address: Starting 2020 with Purpose

January 3, 2020

During the first Friday prayer breakfast of the year, CEO David White shared some inspiring thoughts on finding your purpose.

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